Taking care of pets, helping others, traveling, and dealing with uncertainty comes naturally to me. I have first-hand experience in puppy training, the needs of elderly pets, giving medications, physical therapy after/before surgery - a paramedic of 20+ years with a Master's Degree in Healthcare Innovation. Before my 10 y/o K9 Sophie passed, I managed her treatment, which included bilateral hip replacements, bilateral elbow, shoulder, and more. I have a BS in Behavior Analysis and taught Sophie doga, search/rescue skills, and how to dive and swim at the bottom of a pool. I also taught a cat to use the toilet and have a plethora of house stewardship experience as I owned my own home for over 12 years. I do nothing half-heartedly, I don't drink, I don't smoke, nor do I do drugs. I am reliable, mindful, easy-going, level-headed, responsible, respectful, trustworthy, protective, and can provide references upon request who will concur with this statement. It's all about the journey!